The Soldier Flashcards
1
Q
The Soldier - That is for ever England. There shall be
In that rich earth a richer dust concealed;
A
By being buried elsewhere, it is conquered. Just by being buried there it is “richer”
2
Q
The Soldier - Gave, once, her flowers to love, her ways to roam
A
England personified as a mother. Shows how the country is loving and caring.
3
Q
The Soldier - A body of England’s, breathing English air,
Washed by the rivers, blest by suns of home.
A
Repetition of “England”, ending the stanza with home and an end stopped line emphasises admiration.
4
Q
The Soldier - In hearts at peace, under an English heaven.
A
The mention of “peace” contrasts with war. Mention of “heaven” suggests glory and righteousness.
